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Diagnosis of mild bronchiectasis in 93 yr female
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I have been taking the iiquid guaifenesin, it is helping. However, I have not liked taking it because of the dye they put in it...nor do I like taking anything with dye in it or other added ingrediants that aren't necessary for your health, or bad for one's health, condition etc.....as added sugar for taste.
Your post gives me hope to be able to avoid all that.
I called the local compounding pharmacy to inquire, they indicated I need the doctor to write a specific prescription of what to put in it or not put in it. Any information you can share regarding, how and what, of your compounded guaifensein will be greatly appreciated. I am in OKC not NYC or Rochester etc. etc., so more limited in medical resources etc. Barbara
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Hi Barbara,
Yes, agree on your concerns re additives.
Sue has a good suggestion for your hunt for a compounding facility/ shop.
Hope this is OK to name my pharmacy that compounds and ships the 'Guai' to me.
It is my old pharmacy in Victoria, B.C. Canada. Estevan Pharmacy, 2517 Estevan road.
Since this is not a narcotic, cross border shipping is OK, unless new regulations.
They also require doctors prescription.
But, I would encourage you if possible to find a place nearer to you, if more convenient.
Such a simple thing yet has proven so effective!
Hope that helps!
That's why I use the generic 400 mg white tablets of guaifenesin instead. I love the liquid but I agree about the dye. The white tabs have titanium dioxide, which is also a bit of an issue but...
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Compounding pharmacies sometimes will do mail order if the medication is stable at normal temperatures, so you are not necessarily limited to local vendors. However, many major hospitals also offer compounding.
Sue